Moldavite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.32-2.38
2.08-2.16
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Not Available
distinct/good on {1011}
Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Moldavite and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Moldavite and Chabazite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Moldavite and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Moldavite and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.